Two women, Zoe Ryder, 35, and Nicola Lethbridge, 44, both residents of Fraser Drive in...

Published: 2:35 am August 15, 2023
Updated: 8:23 am October 8, 2025
Two Women Charged with Murder and Robbery in Sheffield Case – UKNIP

Two women, Zoe Ryder, 35, and Nicola Lethbridge, 44, both residents of Fraser Drive in Sheffield, have been charged with murder and robbery in connection with the death of a 60-year-old man. The victim, Stephen Mark Koszyczarski, was discovered with severe injuries at a property on Fraser Drive, Woodseats, prompting a police investigation.

Emergency services were called to the scene shortly before 11.30pm on Wednesday, August 9th, after reports of a 60-year-old man found with serious injuries. Despite efforts to save him, Mr. Koszyczarski passed away at the hospital in the early hours of Friday, August 11th. The victim’s family has provided a photograph of him and has requested privacy during their grieving process.

Zoe Ryder and Nicola Lethbridge appeared before Sheffield Magistrates’ Court on Monday, August 14th. Both women have been charged with murder and robbery. They have been remanded in custody and are scheduled to appear before Sheffield Crown Court at a later date.

Meanwhile, two men aged 41 and 50, who were arrested over the weekend on suspicion of murder, are currently in custody. The investigation into the circumstances surrounding Mr. Koszyczarski’s death continues.

Authorities have urged the public to be respectful and considerate when discussing the case on social media, as comments and discussions have the potential to cause distress to the grieving family.

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